14/07/2026
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A New Collaboration to Develop a Centre of Excellence for Equine Assisted Services
Hartpury, Riding for the Disabled Association and HorseBack UK are working together to develop a world-leading Centre of Excellence for Equine Assisted Services (EAS) in the South West.
This marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration focused on advancing human and equine health and wellbeing through evidence-based practice, education, research and innovation.
By bringing together Hartpury University's expertise in higher education, research and equine science, RDA's national reach and scale, and HorseBack UK's extensive experience delivering life-changing equine-assisted programmes, the collaboration will:
- Establish a recognised Centre of Excellence for Equine Assisted Services
- Develop and deliver high-quality EAS programmes
- Advance research into outcomes for both people and horses
- Create educational pathways and professional development opportunities for future practitioners
- Advance equine welfare and ethical practice through research, including the role of former racehorses in EAS
- Share knowledge and promote best practice across the UK and internationally
Together, we aim to build a stronger evidence base for Equine Assisted Services while supporting workforce development, and raising standards across the sector.
Read more: https://rda.org.uk/news/hartpury-rda-and-horseback-uk-unite-to-develop-centre-of-excellence-for-equine-assisted-services/
